Gregory Donlin

I was in the same situation last year with my surgery I was able to get it done. Had my surgery on Dec 19. You should talk to the coordinators in your hospital it is their job to work issues like this and also they know all the requirements from the different insurance companies. Believe me they are there to help.

I'm In I hope my knees will hold up

I for one have no regrets! But I'm going to say this to all my Pre Sleevers do research on your surgeon I originally was scheduled with this one surgeon and luckily was told by a friend about negative issues with him. I changed surgeons and was so happy I did I love my surgeon and the hospital they go the extra mile to ensure safety and provide council and information.

Of course getting surgery is a personal decision I'm 38 I have always been overweight. I have done all the diets and the money spent on dieting is astronomical. I met with my surgeon on a consultation and he was very informative on what was involved with the different kind of surgeries and also some hard core numbers on how dieting just doesn't work. 90% of diets fail! By failing I mean you lose weight but end up gaining it back sometimes even more than before. As a young person you are taking a step now to take control of your life before major health problems set in. If I can be a help to anybody just add me as a friend! My name is Greg I am 6 months post op I have lost 100 lbs since then.

Yeah it is useless to lie about it because most Ins companies require documentation for everything. I needed to have 3 consecutive months NUT counciling and many other Dr visits before my surgery was approved. Pulmonary,Ultrasounds,cardiology, and If something isn't kosher in your documentation guess what. You have to start all over again so it's better to have all your ducks in a row. Your hospital should be keeping track of that stuff for you.

From a guys point of view Sex is so much better now I am able to do more positions than before my Stamina is better than ever before. Not to get to graphic but it appears like my sex organ is getting bigger as well! HaHa

Yeah this has been a struggle for this Filipino guy giving up rice or eating small amounts. But for the most part I have been good in eating just a small amount. My eating strategy is to eat protein first and then have some carbs.

I also thought about keeping it a secret. I was thinking what would people say about me? Was this something God would approve of? So many questions Pre Op. I decided to tell everybody and be open about it the support I have got from Friends and Family and my church has been awesome. I am not worried about people questioning why I did it I am just happy I did it and I'm a better person for it.

I so agree with that!

I'm new to this forum I am 6 months Post Op there are things I struggle with but it's great to have a support system when you fall. OTR it's great that you have so many great people to depend on when you need help. Thanks for sharing your story of struggle and I pray that you have the strength to overcome all obstacles in the future.

These seems like questions that might best be answered by your surgeon. I know my doctor told me the size of my stomach cand be compared to the size of a Banana. I'm sure once you start shedding the weight you will notice a significant improvement in your joints. Good Luck with your upcoming surgery.

And plus they are high in sugar. Best to avoid high sugar fruits

I had surgery on Dec 19 and to date I have lost 100 lbs. I would love to be Sleeve Buddies and guide each other to success.

Giving away clothes Just asking for shipping.

You can only gain what you would of been If you were skinny. If you at your Ideal weight were only 6 inches that's your Max. I wish this surgery had some magic MiracLe Grow Effect but it doesn't. At least now I can see it and it appears bigger and I now have the ability to do things position wise I wouldn't of been able to before.